Acute unilateral peripheral vestibulopathy (vestibular neuritis) – prognosis is worse when the entire nerve is involved
For medical professionals: Vestibular neuritis is one of the most common causes of acute peripheral vertigo syndromes. In most cases, exclusively the superior branch of the vestibular nerve is affected (sVneuritis). However, a new study by Best et al. (2025) has shown that in about one-third of patients, the inferior branch is also affected (s+iVneuritis) – with […]
How does the vermis (vermis cerebelli) help us maintain balance – even during voluntary movement?
The vermis plays a central role in maintaining posture and balance. It integrates information from the vestibular system (balance organ) and proprioception (body awareness), generating motor commands that keep us stable and coordinated even in dynamic or unexpected situations. A recent review in the Journal of Neuroscience https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40399043/ provides exciting insights into how different regions of the vermis […]
